The Martian Surface (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780521866989)

Phenomenal new observations from Earth-based telescopes and Mars-based orbiters, landers, and rovers have dramatically advanced our understanding of the past environments on Mars. These include the first global-scale infrared and reflectance spectroscopic maps of the surface, leading to the discovery of key minerals indicative of specific past climate conditions; the discovery of large reservoirs of subsurface water ice; and the detailed in situ roving investigations of three new landing sites. This an important, new overview of the compositional and mineralogic properties of Mars since the last major study published in 1992. An exciting resource for all researchers and students in planetary science, astronomy, space exploration, planetary geology, and planetary geochemistry where specialized terms are explained to be easily understood by all who are just entering the field.

Author: Jim Bell
ISBN-10: 0521866987
ISBN-13: 9780521866989
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 06/05/2008
Pages: 652
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 4.60lbs
Size: 10.90h x 8.70w x 1.50d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 11/01/2009